Article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/may/04/britons-trapped-in-sudan-say-relatives-were-not-allowed-on-flights Due to the civil war happening in Sudan, the UK has been evacuating out British citizens and their dependents. But British citizens in Sudan have said that they’re being forced to choose between leaving behind family members, or go back to the UK without them. Suleiman, a British citizen, was told by the British official that in order… Read more »
Thousands of protesters have filled the streets of Khartoum calling for an end to the country’s military council. Many had travelled in from across Sudan to take part in the “million-strong march” for civilian rule. It comes despite the resignation of three controversial figures from the ruling Transitional Military Council – one of the protesters’ key demands. The three generals were seen… Read more »
Thousands of protesters have vowed to stay on the streets of the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, in defiance of a curfew imposed by the country’s new military council. Long-time President Omar al-Bashir was overthrown and arrested on Thursday after months of street protests. But demonstrators say the military council is part of the same regime. The fresh stand-off has raised fears… Read more »
After nearly 30 years in power, Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir has been ousted and arrested, the defence minister says. Speaking on state TV, Awad Ibn Ouf said the army had decided to oversee a two-year transitional period followed by elections. He also said a three-month state of emergency was being put in place. Protests against Mr Bashir, who has governed… Read more »
